Video Editor Specialist AI

SAI Group Ltd; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

SAI Group Ltd is seeking a creative and technically skilled Video Editor to transform raw footage into engaging, professional video content. The role requires developing a visual storytelling approach aligned with the SAI brand, capable of handling both standard editing and concept-driven production.

The ideal candidate will edit for product launches, marketing campaigns, social media, events, and internal communications, delivering clear and modern videos with consistent branding.

Qualifications

• Degree in Video Editing, Film, Media, or related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating standard, creative, and concept editing.
• Experience with editing for product demonstrations, marketing, social media, and internal communications.
• Proficiency in timeline-based editing, color correction basics, and audio synchronization.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished final videos for various formats.
• Perform cutting, trimming, sequencing, transitions, audio sync, subtitles, and basic color correction.
• Create engaging videos for product launches, marketing campaigns, social media, and events.
• Develop videos from concept, script, storyboard, or rough idea.
• Synchronize voiceovers, music, sound effects with visuals precisely.
• Maintain visual consistency with branding across all videos.
• Manage multiple video projects and meet deadlines.
• Review videos for quality, timing, and error-free delivery.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Pacing & timing

Typography & visuals

Audio synchronization

Education

Degree in Film/Video/Media

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

CapCut

Job description

Job Summary

SAI is looking for a creative and technically skilled Video Editor who can transform raw footage, product demonstrations, ideas, and concepts into engaging and professional video content.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable handling both standard video editing and creative/concept-driven video production. The role requires someone who can understand the purpose of a video, develop a visual storytelling approach, and create content that is clear, modern, engaging, and aligned with the SAI brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished, professional final videos.
• Perform standard editing tasks including cutting, trimming, sequencing, transitions, audio synchronization, subtitles, and basic color correction.
• Create creative and visually engaging videos for product launches, presentations, marketing campaigns, social media, events, and internal communication.
• Develop videos from a concept, script, storyboard, or rough idea.
• Convert technical or product-related information into simple and engaging visual stories.
• Create strong opening sequences, title cards, end screens, callouts, highlights, and visual emphasis.
• Add motion graphics, text animations, icons, overlays, screen recordings, and graphical elements where required.
• Work with software/product demonstration recordings and make them easy for viewers to understand.
• Synchronize voiceovers, background music, sound effects, animations, and on-screen activity accurately.
• Create concept videos that communicate the vision of a product, technology, feature, or future experience.
• Improve raw or ordinary footage through creative pacing, transitions, visual effects, sound design, and storytelling.
• Produce short-form and long-form content depending on the platform and project requirement.
• Create content suitable for presentations, exhibitions, customer demonstrations, social media, websites, and corporate communication.
• Maintain visual consistency across SAI videos, including typography, branding, transitions, colors, logos, and overall presentation style.
• Review completed videos carefully for visual, audio, spelling, timing, and synchronization issues.
• Manage multiple video projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Organize project files, raw footage, exported videos, graphics, audio, and reusable video assets properly.
• Work closely with product, design, marketing, and management teams to understand project requirements and incorporate feedback.

Types of Video Work

The candidate should be comfortable working across different video styles, including:

Normal / Standard Video Editing

• Product demonstrations
• Screen recordings
• Training videos
• Tutorial videos
• Corporate videos
• Internal communication videos
• Event videos
• Presentation videos

Creative Video Editing

• Promotional videos
• Product launch videos
• Social media content
• Brand videos
• Highlight videos
• Exhibition and event content
• Cinematic product presentations
• Visually engaging feature demonstrations

Concept Video Editing

• Product concept videos
• Future technology demonstrations
• Vision videos
• Story-driven product presentations
• Feature visualization
• UI/UX concept presentations
• Before-and-after scenarios
• Problem-to-solution storytelling
• Technology and AI concept videos

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of video editing principles and visual storytelling.
• Good sense of pacing, timing, composition, typography, and visual hierarchy.
• Ability to convert an idea or rough brief into a complete video.
• Ability to understand the objective and audience before starting an edit.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good understanding of audio editing and synchronization.
• Knowledge of color correction and basic color grading.
• Experience with motion graphics and animated text.
• Ability to work with screen recordings and software demonstrations.
• Ability to select suitable music, sound effects, transitions, and visual styles.
• Ability to manage feedback and revise videos efficiently.

Preferred Software Knowledge

Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe After Effects
• DaVinci Resolve
• Final Cut Pro
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• CapCut or similar editing tools
• AI-assisted video, image, voice, or animation tools

Knowledge of motion graphics, compositing, 2D/3D animation, or basic Blender/Cinema 4D workflows would be an advantage.

Creative Expectations

We are looking for someone who does more than simply cut footage.

The editor should be able to look at raw content and think:

• What is the main message?
• How should the video begin?
• What should the viewer notice first?
• Where should the video slow down or speed up?
• What visual treatment will make the content easier to understand?
• How can an ordinary product demonstration become more engaging?
• What graphics, animation, sound, or storytelling will strengthen the message?
• How can a complex technology concept be explained visually?

The ability to think creatively before editing is an important part of this role.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Video Editing, Film, Media, Animation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Relevant professional or freelance video-editing experience.
• A strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating previous work.
• Candidates with strong practical skills and an excellent portfolio will be considered regardless of formal qualification.

Portfolio Requirement

Candidates should provide examples demonstrating at least some of the following:

• Standard video editing
• Creative editing
• Product or corporate videos
• Motion graphics
• Concept videos
• Promotional content
• Screen-recording/product demonstration videos
• Social media content

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Video Editor who combines technical editing ability with creative thinking.

The right candidate should be able to take:

Raw Footage / Screen Recording / Basic Idea → Understand the Message → Develop a Concept → Create the Story → Edit → Add Graphics & Sound → Deliver a Professional Final Video